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New from IAFCCP! You can now access the Critical Care Paramedic Exam Review on the go!

This new study guide, available now on iBooks offers a convenient way to prepare for the FP-C® and CCP-C® examinations--on the go with your Mac or iPad or iPhone! As with the printed version, the iBooks study resource matches the broad content divisions of the FP-C® an CCP-C® exam outlines, and features over 400 critical care transport questions in list format as well as interactive versions with a detailed rationale for each answer at the end of the chapters.

The National EMS Pilots Association released new documentation on their En-route Decision Point (EDP) protocol concept and their CHAMPS project, formerly known as the No Pressure Initiative. More information can be obtained on www.nemspa.org

AUSTIN, TXThe
International Association of Flight & Critical Care Paramedics (IAFCCP)
proudly announces the launch of the Tim Hynes Foundation. Through career
development, access to education, and programs to improve leadership abilities,
the Foundation is dedicated to reinforcing and advancing medical transport
safety.

"The IAFCCP is committed to promotion of safety in our
profession,” said IAFCCP President Chris Hall."Creation of the Tim Hynes Foundation carries this commitment forward in
the transport community through financial support of campaigns, education, and
best practices that enhance safety.”

On behalf of the Air Medical Crew Education Fund, Jon
Gryniuk presented a check in the amount of $5,000, which was matched by Chairman
Graham Pierce, of the Board for Critical Care Transport Paramedic Certification
(BCCTPC), with a promise of an annual contribution.

As an inaugural fundraising event, the Foundation hosted the
first annual Tim Hynes Foundation Golf Outing at the Barton Creek Golf Course
in Austin, Texas ahead of the Critical Care Transport Medicine Conference
(CCTMC). The fundraiser was supported and attended by numerous air medical
professionals and industry leaders.

Tim Hynes was an IAFCCP founding member who was passionate
about his profession. He lost his life in a rescue mission in 1998. "My dad
devoted his life to doing what he loved. His job was never just a job to him. I
think he would be proud of the work we will be doing with the foundation”
remarked Jamie Kinder. Jamie joins John R. Clark and Jonathan Gryniuk on the
Tim Hynes Foundation Board of Directors.

AMTC in Seattle, WA is just two months away! The IAFCCP is
sponsoring a Pre-Conference presentation, "Live” Interactive Case Studies
– Taken from the Streets, presented by Mike Helbock. The presentation will take place on Sunday, October 21, 2012 from 0800
to 1200. Register online at www.iafccp.org. This is an excellent presentation you don't want to miss! The IAFCCP is also presenting a
critical care lab on Wednesday. Sign up at IAFCCP booth #312. Space is limited.

Participate in a ground-breaking survey on substance abuse in
the HEMS industry.

There is currently no data available on substance abuse
specific to either pre-hospital emergency medical services or air medical
personnel. The purpose of this anonymous survey is to to (1) break the silence, (2) identify the
prevalence in HEMS and (3) initiate an industry-wide conversation on how to cope
with this challenging issue. Where is the balance between retaining highly
trained, experienced Air Medical Providers, and zero tolerance for putting
lives at risk?

The survey will be available through September. The data will be
presented at a lecture at AMTC12 in Seattle, Washington. We thank you for taking the time to take this survey!

The House approved H.R. 5651, the Food and Drug Administration Reform Act, in a 387-5 vote. The bipartisan bill includes provisions to help address the nationwide drug shortage issue. In particular, as a result of the efforts of 16 EMS/CCT-related organizations, the report language accompanying the bill clarifies that drugs used for treatment in emergency care situations, including resuscitation, are to be included in the FDA's drug shortage notification process. Furthermore, Rep. Burgess (R-TX) secured an additional component of the GAO study in the legislation that would evaluate how providers are compensating for a lack of access to preferred drugs in caring for their patients and whether there are impediments to their ability to adjust accordingly that can be ameliorated.

The Senate passed S. 3187, the Food and Drug Administration Safety and Innovation Act, by a vote of 96-1. The bill maintains the revisions to the drug shortage notification process that our group of 16 EMS/CCT-related organizations sought during the bill's development at the Committee level. The Senate Health, Education, Labor and Pensions (HELP) Committee amended the statutory language in its bill to cover manufacturers of drugs used in the provision of emergency medical care and surgery and included all sterile injectable drugs as well. (The original draft included "life-supporting" and "life-sustaining" drugs, but did not make specific reference to drugs used in emergency situations.)